Where to Meet Other Pregnant Moms in Annapolis & Baltimore (Plus Cute Ways to Document the Journey Together)

If there’s one thing I hear from pregnant moms in Maryland—especially the busy ones juggling all the things—it’s this:

“I just want to find other moms who get it… and maybe someone who won’t judge me for needing a snack every 45 minutes.”

Fair.

Pregnancy is magical, exciting, overwhelming, emotional, and occasionally fueled by sudden cravings for cheddar popcorn at 9pm. Having mom friends makes the whole journey so much sweeter.

So, if you’re pregnant in Annapolis, Baltimore, Severna Park, Glen Burnie, Pasadena, or anywhere in the Maryland area, here are the best places to meet other moms-to-be—plus adorable ways to document the journey together (because you’ll want these memories later, trust me).

Let’s get your Maryland mom-village started. 💛

1. Prenatal Yoga Studios (A.K.A. The “We’re All Trying Our Best” Club)

Where to go:

• Blue Lotus Yoga (Annapolis)

• YogaWorks (Baltimore)

• Rooted & Rising (Severna Park)

Prenatal yoga classes are basically the unofficial headquarters for pregnant moms. Everyone is friendly, everyone is stretchy, and no one will bat an eye if you need to modify every pose.

How to document it:

Snap a quick “post-class bump photo” with your new yoga buddy. Bonus points if you both look equally proud and out of breath.

2. Local Baby Stores & Boutiques (Where Moms Bond Over Tiny Onesies)

Where to go:

• Sweet Hearts P&M (Annapolis area)

• Soft & Cozy Baby Boutique (Baltimore)

• Buy Buy Baby (Glen Burnie)

These stores are natural conversation starters. You’re all staring at swaddles, car seats, strollers, and wondering: “Do I need this? Will the baby even like this? Why are there 47 stroller options?”

How to document it:

Take a “shopping for baby” bump photo in the mirror, or snap a picture together holding matching onesies. Cute. Easy. Instant memory.

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3. Prenatal Classes & Hospital Tours (Bond Over “What Even Is a Birth Plan?”)

Where to go:

• Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center (Annapolis)

• Johns Hopkins Hospital & GBMC (Baltimore)

• Baltimore Birth Center (Mount Washington)

Expectant parent classes are full of moms who are excited, nervous, and quietly Googling things under the table. It’s the perfect environment for “Hey, want to exchange numbers?”

How to document it:

Snap a hallway bump selfie outside the classroom. You’ll treasure it later.

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4. Local Coffee Shops (Yes, Decaf Still Counts as Coffee Culture)

Where to go:

• Rise Up Coffee (Annapolis)

• Ceremony Coffee (Annapolis & Baltimore)

• Artifact Coffee (Baltimore)

Pregnant moms love coffee shops because:

• They have snacks

• They have pastries

• They have bathrooms

• They have seating

• They have more snacks

You’ll often find other moms-to-be sipping decaf and Googling “is this normal??” on their phones—instant bonding opportunity.

How to document it:

Cute bump pic with your warm drink. Extra adorable if both you and your mom friend take the same photo together.

5. Facebook Groups & Local Mom Meetups

Groups to try:

• Annapolis Moms Network

• Baltimore Mom Collective

• Maryland Mamas Facebook groups

• Buy Nothing & Community Groups (surprisingly great for friendships!)

You’ll find everything from “pregnant moms due in 2025” threads to “anyone want to walk around Quiet Waters Park this morning?” posts.

How to document it:

Plan a bump-date meetup at:

• Quiet Waters Park

• Canton Waterfront

• Patterson Park

• Annapolis City Dock

Then grab a sweet little photo together with your new mom friend.

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6. Bonus Holiday Idea: Meet Other Moms at Local Holiday Events

Seasonal events are huge for bump meetups!

Try:

• Lights on the Bay (Annapolis)

• Miracle on 34th Street (Baltimore Hampden)

• Symphony of Lights (Columbia)

Pregnant moms LOVE holiday lights. It’s cozy, it’s festive, and it’s a low-energy activity (thank goodness).

How to document it:

Let the twinkly lights glow behind your bump.

Holiday maternity photos = pure magic.

Why Document Pregnancy With Your New Mom Friends?

Because these are the people who will:

• Text you at 1am when you can’t sleep

• Tell you which bottle warmer actually works

• Show up with iced coffee postpartum

• Become your kid’s future playdate crew

And photos help you remember the beginning of your mom village.

Whether it’s a quick phone snapshot or a dreamy maternity session, these memories matter.

If You Want Photos That Truly Capture This Season…

I specialize in stress-free, vibrant, and creative maternity photography for busy moms in:

Annapolis • Baltimore • Severna Park • Pasadena • Arnold • Glen Burnie • Crownsville • Crofton • Surrounding Maryland areas

If you want beautiful, flattering images that feel like you—the glowing, excited, and expectant version of you—I’d love to create something magical for you.

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